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The Open Doors annual report by the Institute of International Education (IIE) has ranked Rollins No. 5 (up from No. 7) for master’s-granting institutions in the country for the percentage of students who study abroad. This is the third consecutive year Rollins has been featured in the top 10 and the seventh year in the top 25.

Around 70 percent of Rollins students study abroad at least once during their college experience, and many take advantage of multiple study abroad opportunities before graduation. Rollins’ emphasis on global citizenship makes it an ideal fit for students looking to expand their worldview, whether that means spending a semester living and learning in Australia or dedicating a few weeks of summer to building an ecolodge in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro.

From short-term field studies to semester- and summer-long programs, our Office of International Programs promotes global citizenship through more than 90 programs and dozens more through partner organizations. Rollins is also consistently a top producer of Fulbright Students thanks in large part to the College’s emphasis on global learning.

“We are very proud and excited about this ranking—especially because it took a bit of time to rebuild student participation in global experiences after the pandemic,” shares Giselda Beaudin, director of global initiatives. “The high ranking reflects Rollins’ continued commitment to ensuring that all Rollins students have opportunities to stretch outside their comfort zones and build the skills and attitudes needed to be a responsible leader in our global world.”

During his time at Rollins, international business and public policy and political economy double major Evan Link ’25 has studied abroad in Spain and Australia, describing the experience as some of the most rewarding moments of his life. Link worked for a nonprofit called the Freedom Hub, which helps survivors of modern slavery in Australia rebuild their lives. Next, he plans to pursue a master’s degree in international studies.

“I gained such great insights and made some amazing memories,” shares Link. “My experience abroad taught me how to be adaptable and learn from others with wildly different backgrounds. I commend Rollins for making study abroad accessible, ensuring that scholarships transfer to semesters abroad. I encourage everyone to study abroad, get out of their comfort zones, and develop their passions.”

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